Everything Rad

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Not only are children more radiosensitive than adults (the cancer risk per unit dose of ionizing radiation is higher), but children also have a longer expected lifetime, which puts them at greater risk of cancer following radiation exposure.(1) Neither outcome is in the best interest of the patient.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Ionizing Radiation: Understanding the Nature of X-Rays: Explain the concept of ionizing radiation and how X-rays fit into this category. Discuss the potential biological effects of ionizing radiation on tissues. Dose Considerations: Balancing Diagnostic Value with Safety: Explore the concept of radiation dose in X-ray imaging.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

To uphold the principles of patient safety and ensure excellence in radiology, it is crucial to implement best practices that safeguard patients, healthcare professionals, and the overall well-being of the community. This blog explores key best practices for ensuring safety in radiology and contributing to a safer world.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 5, 2023

From ensuring patient safety to producing high-quality diagnostic images, we’ll celebrate the power and precision of these professionals in shaping accurate diagnoses. The importance of their expertise in ensuring accurate diagnoses and patient care.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In this exploration, we will delve into the vital roles they play in healthcare, from ensuring patient safety to producing precise diagnostic images. These visionaries bring a blend of knowledge, compassion, and technical skill to the world of X-ray technology, shaping diagnoses and improving patient care.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Minimal Radiation, Maximum Safety: The commitment to patient safety is paramount. Modern X-ray technology minimizes radiation exposure, ensuring the well-being of patients, while adhering to the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Interventional Radiology : The description explores how real-time imaging guidance is used in interventional radiology, making procedures less invasive and improving patient outcomes.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 15, 2023

For instance, in cancer care, radiation therapy is heavily reliant on precise imaging for targeting tumors. Multidisciplinary Collaboration : Radiologists work in close collaboration with other medical specialties, such as oncologists, orthopedic surgeons, and cardiologists, to provide a comprehensive approach to patient care.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Delicate Balance: Balancing the need for diagnostic precision with patient safety is a fine line. Expert interpreters adhere to the ALARA principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) to limit radiation exposure. Patient Education: The art of interpretation extends to patient education.

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Aidoc

JULY 19, 2023

Each of the facilities “are renowned for clinical excellence, patient safety, innovation efforts, research and education, patient satisfaction and more.” Becker’s Hospital Review recently released their list highlighting the “Great Hospitals in America.”

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Everything Rad

MAY 10, 2023

6) I also believe that we as a profession need to educate our patients about error rates. As leaders in radiology like Giles Maskell have emphasized, there is a yawning gap between what we know to be our error rate and what our patients believe it to be. References 1 Berlin L.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Joint Commission on the dangers of medical radiation. Joint Commission has issued an alert on the dangers of medical radiation, sending an unmistakable signal that radiology has entered its sights in a formal way. New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. Noting that the U.S.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 2, 2025

Urges that "plans for the design of a new MRI facility should be reviewed by experienced personnel familiar with patient safety and patient flow considerations." Notes that MRI personnel are distinct from non-MRI personell, in that they have passed MRI safety education defined by the MRMD. MRI screening.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 5, 2024

For postreaction patients, various therapies are being tested, including oral steroids, synthetic vitamin D3 to slow skin growth, white blood cell radiation treatment to soften plaque, and plasmapheresis for blood purification. If you render appropriate patient care, that's the best protection."

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

While public education programs and policy initiatives to help people stop smoking and cultural changes that make smoking less attractive are driving down smoking rates, they won’t help those already at high risk due to their smoking history or past exposure to airborne carcinogens such as asbestos fibers or coal dust.

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